Shop Stores Specialist II

The Department of Chemistry seeks a highly motivated individual to lead Chemstores operations, which serves the State-wide University research and teaching community. This position works independently, ensuring all aspects of operations are performed at the highest standards of Safety, State and Federal Guidelines, while also working closely with the Department manager, Safety and outside Vendors to provide best pricing, products and service to our University members.

Duties

• Provide customer support
• Research and procure items
• Track and organize inventory and reorder as needed
• Handle, store and transport hazardous materials
• Receive, inventory, prepare for issue, and verify condition and accuracy of goods
• Ensure timely delivery of products
• Review and verify invoices and approve payment
• Review and send billing costs to work orders and projects
• Review and reconcile purchasing card activity
• Provide support and supervision to other staff
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience

• Three years performing retail or warehouse duties, including receiving, storing, inventorying, and distributing materials, and providing customer service
• Experience researching and procuring materials, supplies and equipment
• Using computer software and applications for word processing, email, and internet searches
• Reviewing financial documents to ensure compliance with policies, laws and regulations
• Providing instruction, participating in or leading a team, or delegating duties and responsibilities to others

Required Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education

• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, or Biology (a bachelor’s degree is preferred)

Additional Preferred

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with U of I computer software including Banner, FAMIS and Chrome River
• Safety training or certification in hazardous chemicals and materials handling
• Knowledge of chemistry and/or biology
• Knowledge and understanding of state and federal rules and procedures regarding hazardous materials storage and handling
• Ability to prioritize and work independently, as well as working rapidly and accurately under pressure

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Must be able to: Work closely, handling sealed and open hazardous materials containers
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment to work with chemicals
• Bend, stoop, stand, kneel
• Lift and carry or otherwise move up to 80 pounds as needed

Position Details

• Must be able to work closely, handling sealed and open hazardous materials containers
• Must wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment to work with chemicals
• Must be able to bend, stoop, stand, kneel
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 80 pounds as needed

Additional Information

• Must be able to work closely, handling sealed and open hazardous materials containers
• Must wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment to work with chemicals
• Must be able to bend, stoop, stand, kneel
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 80 pounds as needed